Scientists investigating video of a cow using tools say their findings could expand the list of animals capable of tool use.

Scientists investigating video of a cow using tools, and later conducting some basic psychology experiments on said cow, say their findings could expand the list of animals capable of tool use.

    • AbouBenAdhem@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      12 hours ago

      A cow using a scratcher is doing something that provides an immediate reward. The cow that selects and manipulates an appropriate stick is planning ahead for a future reward.

    • artifex@piefed.socialOPEnglish
      12·
      12 hours ago

      I think they make a distinction between acting on an object and merely using the environment. The first requires more agency, I guess.